The Sweet Tea Series

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UT Austin EXPOSED for DEI Apr 26, 2024

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Jordan Leighty is back on The Sweet Tea Series! This week, she sits down with Ariana to talk about her internship at TPPF, why Gen Z is choosing not to attend college, how college doesn't necessarily prepare students for the workforce. Plus, get the tea on the ongoing fight against Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at UT Austin, the problems with DEI initiatives on colleges campuses, and the advice Jordan would give younger self before attending college!

Should Christians Be Involved in Politics?!?! Apr 19, 2024

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Taylor sits down with Bunni Pounds, author and President of Christians Engaged, to discuss her brand new book, Jesus and Politics, why getting involved with politics matters for Christians, and her journey and experiences in the political arena. Plus, they touch on the new Beyoncé album, Cowboy Carter, and bringing people to God in modern America.

Women in Energy Policy with Jacki Deason Apr 12, 2024

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At the 2024 Texas Policy Summit, Ariana sat down with Jacki Deason, host of The Jacki Daily Show to unpack her career on Capitol Hill, her work on energy policy, including as a senior fellow for TPPF's Life:Powered energy initiative, the importance of energy security, how women can get involved with energy policy, and her advice to women who want to attend law school.

Charity, Government, and Mother Cabrini Apr 05, 2024

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Ariana sits down with Marie Marcalus, Director for Research and Publications for TPPF, to discuss her work at the Foundation and unpack the movie Cabrini. They also discuss how Marie's family immigrated to the U.S. during the same era as the film, tensions between charity and government, and how TPPF is working on foster care reforms.

God Is In Charge (& Reality Dating Shows) Feb 23, 2024

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Ariana is joined by Grace McCreary, Donor Relations Associate at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, to discuss Grace's crazy DEI stories at UT Austin, why we love reality dating shows like the Bachelor and Love is Blind, and how God has been at work guiding her career.

Political Corruption in Mexico & the Taylor Swift Super Bowl Feb 16, 2024

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Ariana is joined by Joshua Treviño, Chief of Intelligence and Research at TPPF, to talk all about his recent trip to Mexico, the Texas-Mexico relationship, and the ongoing political corruption in Mexico. Plus, they discuss the Super Bowl, reactions to Usher's halftime show performance, and the theory that Taylor Swift is really a psyop.

Be the Change You Want to See Feb 09, 2024

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This week, Caroline Welton, Campaign Director for Center on Health and Families, sits down with Ariana to discuss how she is affecting change through policy, the importance of civic education, and the role and purpose of government.

The Crown and Artificial Intelligence Feb 02, 2024

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New Texan Laura Carr joins Taylor to discuss her experience growing up in the United Kingdom, how she moved to the United States, and her thoughts on the finale of The Crown and the British Royal Family. Plus they chat about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Laura's work in the AI space.

A Working Mom Fighting for Liberty Jan 26, 2024

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This week, Ariana sits down with seventh generation Texan, mom, and warrior for liberty, Jessie Ramirez! They dive into Jessie's work as chair of the San Antonio Liberty Leadership Council (LLC), how she prioritizes her family while working as a real estate agent, the current housing market, and her experience on the Library Board in Kyle, TX.

The Hunger Games and Passing Laws in Texas Jan 21, 2024

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Taylor talks with Ciara Hall, Chief of Staff for Texas State Representative Ellen Troxclair, to discuss what it's like to work for the Texas State Legislature and her background in agriculture. Plus, Taylor and Ciara discuss the Hunger Games and their thoughts on Hollywood's portrayal of female leads.

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